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Recent official data reveals that Morocco is home to 1,316 social welfare institutions, accommodating over 116,000 beneficiaries across diverse social strata. As the government intensifies its focus on improving social welfare, these figures highlight both the scale and the ongoing challenges faced by the sector.
The Landscape of Social Welfare in Morocco
As of February, the Moroccan Minister of Solidarity, Social Integration, and Family, Naima Ben Yahya, reported a significant presence of social welfare institutions within the country. This includes 84 facilities dedicated to individuals with disabilities, providing services for approximately 9,059 beneficiaries, and 11 institutions for vulnerable populations, accommodating 1,186 individuals.
A key area of concern is the support for children in distress; with 121 facilities aimed at this demographic, they can service close to 11,189 children. The report also highlights 13 institutions that focus on homelessness and begging, which collectively support 1,342 individuals, alongside 47 women’s shelters that assist 3,041 women in need.
Fostering Educational Support through Institutions
The majority of these institutions are student housing facilities, numbering 957 and serving a staggering 78,970 students. Additionally, there are 35 social complexes catering to 8,679 beneficiaries, as well as 48 elder care facilities looking after 2,586 seniors. These numbers underscore the vast network catering to the social and educational needs of Morocco’s most vulnerable populations.
Transformative Initiatives Underway
Minister Ben Yahya emphasized that the government is committed to reforming the social welfare sector through a comprehensive program that aligns with Law 65.15. This initiative aims to enhance infrastructure, improve safety measures, and upgrade management practices to elevate service quality.
Furthermore, the strategy focuses on restructuring educational support services in rural areas, addressing critical issues related to housing, food services, and transportation. The goal is to enhance educational conditions and minimize dropout rates, while also strengthening educational and social guidance within these institutions.
The ministry is also finalizing regulatory texts linked to Law 65.15, looking ahead to its full implementation. In this context, Decree 2.25.605 has been enacted, which governs the provision of care outside institutional frameworks, affording greater flexibility in service delivery.
Quality of Service and Social Reintegration
The minister asserted that these reforms are designed to elevate service quality and improve the living conditions for beneficiaries, ultimately fostering enhanced opportunities for social reintegration.
These developments are crucial as Morocco grapples with the complexities of social welfare provision, reinforcing the government’s commitment to uplift the living standards of its most vulnerable citizens.
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